Macromolecules

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What are macromolecules?

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Large, complex molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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To serve as the main source of energy for living organisms.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of monomers called amino acids.

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What is the suffix commonly found in carbohydrate names?

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-ose.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological processes?

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Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions in the body.

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What are lipids primarily used for?

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Lipids are used for long-term energy storage, insulation, and making up cell membranes.

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What is the structure of nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids are made up of monomers called nucleotides, which consist of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

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What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

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Saturated fats have no double bonds between carbon atoms, while unsaturated fats have one or more double bonds.

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What is the function of nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids store and transmit genetic information.